Ontario charges land transfer tax on all purchases. Toronto buyers pay a second municipal LTT on top. First-time buyers can claim rebates on both.
CMHC mortgage default insurance is required when your down payment is less than 20%. Ontario charges 8% PST on the premium — paid in cash at closing, not added to mortgage.
See how your mortgage balance, principal payments, and interest change year by year over your full amortization period.
Since 2018, federally regulated lenders must qualify you at the higher of your contract rate + 2% or 5.25%. Enter your details to see your maximum qualifying mortgage.
Beyond your down payment, budget 1.5–4% of the purchase price for closing costs. This calculator gives you a detailed Ontario-specific estimate.